Windows Server Guide

How to activate a Windows Server Key ?

Activating a Windows Server key is really easy, simply follow these short steps:

Activating a Remote Desktop License Server by Telephone:

  1. Open Remote Desktop Licensing Manager:

    • Go to Start > Administrative Tools > Remote Desktop Services > Remote Desktop Licensing Manager.
  2. Start the Activate Server Wizard:

    • Right-click the desired license server and select Activate Server.
    • Click Next to proceed.
  3. Choose Telephone as the connection method:

    • On the Connection Method page, select Telephone from the list and click Next.
  4. Select your country/region:

    • On the Country or Region Selection page, choose your location and click Next to view the appropriate support number.
  5. Contact Microsoft:

    • Call the displayed number and provide the Product ID shown on your screen.
    • Share your name and company details when requested.
  6. Enter the license server ID:

    • After receiving the ID from the support representative, enter it on the License Server Activation page and click Next to complete activation.
  7. Finalize or install licenses:

    • On the last page, choose to:
      • Install Remote Desktop Services CALs immediately by leaving the Start Install Licenses Wizard now checkbox selected and following the instructions.
      • Install licenses later by clearing the checkbox and clicking Finish.

Ensure you’re using the correct program version when redeeming your code.